1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1980 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lincoln | Mini |
Model | Continental | Cooper |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |